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About the Role

The Automotive Technician is a pivotal member of the automotive service team, developing foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. This role involves hands-on learning, routine inspections, vehicle assessments, and assisting in repair procedures under experienced guidance. Technicians interact with customers to explain repairs and provide exceptional service, requiring mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to team success.

Responsibilities

Change oil and perform other scheduled maintenance services
Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems
Install batteries and check electrical systems
Perform tire maintenance
Install parts
Road test vehicles
Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least one of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment

Requirements

Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks
Valid automobile driver's license at all times
Ability to drive customer and company vehicles
Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services including: Oil changes, Basic inspections, Repairing tires
Reading, writing, and math skills
2 years of automotive repair experience (Preferred)
Completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field (Preferred)
Demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment (Preferred)
A.S.E certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications (Preferred)

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Attention to detail
Reading skills
Writing skills
Math skills

Location

North America
Nashville, Tennessee

Work Type

Full-time
Part-time

Experience Level

2 years of automotive repair experience (Preferred)

Education Level

Vocational-Technical School program in a related field (Preferred)
A.S.E certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications (Preferred)

Salary/Compensations

Pay Range: $19.25 - $28.93
Performance-based compensation model (flat-rate pay)

Benefits

Competitive pay
Formal training
Performance incentives
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time employees
Competitive healthcare packages for part-time employees
401k plan
Medical (Starting day 1)
Dental (Starting day 1)
Vision (Starting day 1)
On-the-job training
Company-funded ASE certifications (tests and registration fees paid, bonus for each test passed)
Flexible work schedule
401(k) match
On demand pay (daily pay) program available
Professional Development resources
Community Involvement opportunities
Corporate Social Responsibility activities
Supportive and engaging onboarding experience
Opportunity to develop and grow through training and regular mentorship
Agility and work/life effectiveness
Long-term well-being
Diverse and inclusive team

About the Company

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas, employing over 22,000 teammates in North America.
BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works locations.
Achieves over $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales.
Mission: Serve Society with Superior Quality.
Believes in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams to foster a diverse workforce.
Bridgestone Americas, Inc., based in Nashville, Tennessee, is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company.
Develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone, and associate brand tires for various customers including consumers, OEMs, and industrial sectors.
Engaged in retreading operations throughout the Western Hemisphere and produces air springs, roofing materials, and industrial fibers and textiles.
Operates the world’s largest chain of automotive tire and service centers.
Guided by its global corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitment, Our Way to Serve, striving to improve how people move, live, work, and play.

Equal Opportunity

Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices, ensuring all employees receive pay that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements.
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment.
Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.